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Politi-Beat: John Chapman gains endorsement of former U.S. Attorney Michael Sullivan in race for 9th Congressional District

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Will Richmond is currently the News Editor and has served as the political reporter at the Herald News since 2007 covering local, state and national politics. Covering races from near and far, Will has a firm understanding of what decisions made on
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Will Richmond is currently the News Editor and has served as the political reporter at the Herald News since 2007 covering local, state and national politics. Covering races from near and far, Will has a firm understanding of what decisions made on Capitol Hill and Beacon Hill can mean for Fall River.
Tired of party politics at all levels, Will hopes to bring a unique perspective and open dialogue on current issues, while holding elected officials at all levels of government accountable for their actions.

Republican John Chapman has racked up another high-profile party endorsement as he seeks the nomination in the 9th Congressional District.

Chapman is poised to announce today the support of former U.S. Attorney for Massachusetts Michael Sullivan.

Sullivan's support adds to a list that includes former Gov. Mitt Romney, former U.S. Senator Scott Brown, Bristol County Sheriff Thomas Hodgson and former U.S. Senate candidate Gabriel Gomez, who defeated Sullivan in the party primary for the Senate seat in 2013.

In addition to his endorsement, Sullivan will host a fundraiser for Chapman on May 22 in Hanover.

"I'm proud to endorse John Chapman for Congress because I know he is committed to changing the way business is conducted in our nation's capital. He has the background and experience to hit the ground running and get the job done," Sullivan said in a statement.

Chapman is part of a four man race to capture the Republican nomination and the opportunity to run against Democratic incumbent Bill Keating.

In addition to Chapman, Republican candidates include Mark Alliegro, Vincent Cogliano and Dan Shores. According to the Massachusetts Secretary of State's office both Chapman and Shores have qualified for the primary ballot.